1978 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2013 Mini Coupe
To start off, 2013 Mini Coupe is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Chevrolet Camaro (165 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2013 Mini Coupe. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2013 Mini Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 450 kg more than 2013 Mini Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Chevrolet Camaro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mini Coupe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1978 Chevrolet Camaro (358 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Coupe. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1978 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chevrolet Camaro | 2013 Mini Coupe | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mini |
| Model | Camaro | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 358 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3728 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1378 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2467 mm |
